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82Stars with a recorded birth time are listed first, then stars whose birth time is unknown — each group in the order you choose.
Chico, California, USA
Aaron Rodgers is an American quarterback best known for his career with the Green Bay Packers and later stints with the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers. Renowned for his accuracy and improvisational play, he earned multiple NFL MVP awards and led Green Bay to a Super Bowl victory.
Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA
J. J. Watt is an American former defensive end best known for his years with the Houston Texans and later the Arizona Cardinals. An elite pass rusher and all‑around defender, he won multiple Defensive Player of the Year awards and became one of the most recognizable defensive stars of his era.
New Eagle, Pennsylvania, USA
Joe Montana became closely associated with late-game drives and San Francisco’s championship teams. His career also included two seasons with Kansas City.
St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
Larry Fitzgerald is an American former wide receiver who spent his entire NFL career with the Arizona Cardinals. Known for exceptional hands and professionalism, he ranks among the league’s all‑time leaders in receptions and receiving yards and was a centerpiece of the Cardinals’ Super Bowl run.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA
Odell Beckham Jr. is an American wide receiver who became a superstar with the New York Giants. Famous for spectacular catches and explosive play, he later won a Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Rams and remained a high-profile veteran receiver.
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Russell Wilson is an American former quarterback best known for his early career with the Seattle Seahawks and later seasons with Denver, Pittsburgh, and the New York Giants. A Super Bowl champion, he built a reputation for deep passing and late-game comebacks while becoming one of the league’s most prominent quarterbacks, and he retired in 2026 to join CBS Sports as an analyst.
San Mateo, California, USA
Tom Brady is an American former quarterback best known for his long tenure with the New England Patriots and his final seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Widely regarded as one of the greatest NFL players, he won a record seven Super Bowls and set numerous passing and postseason records.
Westlake, Ohio, USA
Travis Kelce is an American tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and one of the premier receiving tight ends in NFL history. Known for his route running and postseason production, he has been central to the Chiefs’ sustained success and Super Bowl championships.
Starkville, Mississippi, USA
A. J. Brown is an American wide receiver known for physicality and explosive yards after the catch. After emerging with the Tennessee Titans, he became a focal point of the Philadelphia Eagles’ offense and helped drive deep playoff runs before being traded to the New England Patriots in 2026.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Aaron Donald is an American defensive tackle who has spent his entire career with the Los Angeles Rams. One of the most disruptive defenders in NFL history, he won multiple Defensive Player of the Year awards and was a centerpiece of the Rams’ Super Bowl-winning defense. After retiring in 2024, he returned to the Rams in 2026.
Palestine, Texas, USA
Adrian Peterson is an American former running back best known for his peak years with the Minnesota Vikings. One of the era’s most dominant rushers, he won the NFL MVP award and finished his career among the league’s all‑time leaders in rushing yards and touchdowns.
Plymouth, Michigan, USA
Aidan Hutchinson is an American defensive end for the Detroit Lions who quickly became a leader on the Lions’ defense. Known for motor and power, he has been one of the franchise’s key young cornerstones in the modern era.
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Alvin Kamara is an American running back for the New Orleans Saints recognized for balance, contact ability, and receiving skills. A consistent multi‑purpose threat, he has been central to New Orleans’ offense across multiple playoff seasons.
Eaton, Colorado, USA
Austin Ekeler is an American running back known for his receiving and red-zone scoring impact. He became a key offensive weapon with the Los Angeles Chargers and later continued his career with Washington, thriving as a versatile all‑purpose back.
Lima, Ohio, USA
Ben Roethlisberger is an American former quarterback who spent his entire NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Known for extending plays and delivering in big moments, he led the franchise to two Super Bowl championships and multiple deep playoff runs.
Los Angeles, California, USA
Bobby Wagner is an American linebacker best known for his long career with the Seattle Seahawks. A tackling machine and coverage leader, he has earned multiple All-Pro honors and was a centerpiece of Seattle’s Super Bowl-winning defense.
Queen Creek, Arizona, USA
Brock Purdy is an American quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers who rose from the final pick of the draft to a starting role. He helped pilot a talented roster deep into the postseason and became one of the league’s notable underdog success stories.
Rancho Cucamonga, California, USA
C. J. Stroud is an American quarterback for the Houston Texans who rapidly emerged as a franchise leader early in his career. He is known for calm pocket play and accuracy, helping accelerate Houston’s turnaround into playoff contention.
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Cam Newton is an American former quarterback most associated with the Carolina Panthers. A former NFL MVP, he blended power running with downfield throwing and led the Panthers to a Super Bowl appearance as the centerpiece of a dynamic offense.
Opelousas, Louisiana, USA
CeeDee Lamb is an American wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys recognized for run-after-catch ability and strong hands. He developed into a primary target in Dallas and one of the league’s top high-volume receivers.
Upper Marlboro, Maryland, USA
Chase Young is an American defensive end known for elite athleticism and pass-rush potential. He entered the NFL with high expectations after a dominant college career and has played for Washington and later New Orleans as a front-seven disruptor.
Middletown, Delaware, USA
Chris Godwin is an American wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers who pairs strong hands with versatility across formations. He played a major role in Tampa Bay’s Super Bowl championship season and has remained a steady high-level producer.
Houston, Mississippi, USA
Chris Jones is an American defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs recognized for interior pass rushing and big-game impact. He has been a core piece of Kansas City’s championship defenses and one of the league’s most productive defensive tackles.
Castle Rock, Colorado, USA
Christian McCaffrey is an American running back known for elite all‑purpose production as both a runner and receiver. He starred with the Carolina Panthers and later became a focal point of the San Francisco 49ers’ offense with high-volume, high-efficiency versatility.
Yakima, Washington, USA
Cooper Kupp is an American wide receiver noted for precise route running and reliability. He led the league’s receiving categories in a standout season and was a central figure in the Los Angeles Rams’ Super Bowl-winning offense, later winning a second title with the Seattle Seahawks.
Oxford, Mississippi, USA
D. K. Metcalf is an American wide receiver known for rare size-and-speed traits. He was a consistent downfield and red-zone threat and one of the Seattle Seahawks’ marquee offensive weapons before being traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025.
Sulphur, Louisiana, USA
Dak Prescott is an American quarterback best known for leading the Dallas Cowboys’ offense in the modern era. A steady producer and locker‑room leader, he has posted prolific passing numbers and guided Dallas to multiple playoff appearances.
Landover, Maryland, USA
Darren Waller is an American tight end who broke out as a premier receiving threat with the Raiders franchise. After overcoming an unconventional early career path, he became one of the league’s most dynamic pass-catching tight ends and later played for the New York Giants, the Miami Dolphins after a brief retirement, and the Carolina Panthers.
Palo Alto, California, USA
Davante Adams is an American wide receiver celebrated for elite route running and contested-catch skill. He became a star with the Green Bay Packers, sustained top-tier production after moving to the Las Vegas Raiders, and later played for the New York Jets and Los Angeles Rams.
Clemson, South Carolina, USA
DeAndre Hopkins is an American wide receiver known for strong hands and acrobatic catches in traffic. He became a marquee target with the Houston Texans, continued as a productive No. 1 receiver with the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans, and later played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens. In 2026 he joined Georgia Tech’s coaching staff.
Inman, South Carolina, USA
Deebo Samuel is an American wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers famous for a hybrid role as both receiver and runner. His versatility and tackle-breaking style have made him a key chess piece in San Francisco’s offense.
Waianae, Hawaii, USA
DeForest Buckner is an American defensive tackle known for strength, length, and steady pressure up the middle. After early success with the San Francisco 49ers, he became a cornerstone of the Indianapolis Colts’ defense with consistent high-level play.
Yulee, Florida, USA
Derrick Henry is an American running back best known for his years with the Tennessee Titans. Nicknamed “King Henry,” he is famous for breakaway speed and power, producing multiple rushing-title caliber seasons and one of the NFL’s modern 2,000-yard campaigns.
Austin, Texas, USA
Drew Brees is an American former quarterback most associated with the New Orleans Saints after earlier seasons with the Chargers franchise. A Super Bowl champion, he became one of the most prolific passers in league history and helped transform the Saints into perennial contenders.
San Marcos, California, USA
Fred Warner is an American linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers recognized for coverage ability and sideline-to-sideline speed. He has been a leader of the 49ers’ defense and a frequent All-Pro selection in the modern era.
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
George Kittle is an American tight end for the San Francisco 49ers known for elite yards-after-catch ability and blocking. A perennial Pro Bowl talent, he has been central to the 49ers’ offense during multiple deep postseason runs.
Harvey, Louisiana, USA
Chase is a physical, openly confident receiver whose partnership with quarterback Joe Burrow, begun at LSU, has driven Cincinnati's offense. He has been among the NFL's most productive receivers since his first season.
Houston, Texas, USA
Jalen Hurts is an American quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles noted for his leadership and running ability. He helped power a strong Eagles offense and reached the Super Bowl, becoming one of the league’s most prominent dual‑threat quarterbacks.
Smyrna, Tennessee, USA
Jalen Ramsey is an American cornerback known for physical coverage and versatility in the secondary. A Super Bowl champion with the Los Angeles Rams, he has been regarded as one of the NFL’s top shutdown corners across multiple teams.
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Jason Kelce is an American former center who spent his career with the Philadelphia Eagles. Praised for intelligence and athleticism in the run game, he anchored an elite offensive line and helped the Eagles win a Super Bowl title.
Starkville, Mississippi, USA
Jerry Rice built a receiving career distinguished by repeated production and exceptional longevity. His years in San Francisco were followed by seasons with Oakland and Seattle.
Ames, Iowa, USA
Joe Burrow is an American quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals known for poise and precision as a pocket passer. He quickly elevated the franchise, guiding the Bengals to a Super Bowl appearance and establishing himself as one of the league’s top young quarterbacks.
Salem, New Jersey, USA
Jonathan Taylor is an American running back for the Indianapolis Colts who quickly became one of the NFL’s top rushers. He is known for home-run speed and workload durability, leading the league in rushing during a breakout season early in his career.
Fresno, California, USA
Josh Allen is an American quarterback for the Buffalo Bills recognized for his powerful arm and physical running style. He developed into a franchise centerpiece and has helped lead Buffalo back to consistent contention with prolific scoring offenses.
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
Josh Jacobs is an American running back who rose to prominence with the Las Vegas Raiders and later joined the Green Bay Packers. A physical, high-volume runner, he has posted elite rushing production and emerged as a focal point of his teams’ offenses.
Foley, Alabama, USA
Julio Jones is an American former wide receiver best known for his years with the Atlanta Falcons. A dominant combination of size and speed, he produced multiple All-Pro caliber seasons and ranks among the most prolific receiving-yardage leaders of his era.
Eugene, Oregon, USA
Justin Herbert is an American quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers who gained attention for record-setting early-career production. Known for his size, arm strength, and aggressiveness downfield, he has become the focal point of the Chargers’ offense.
St. Rose, Louisiana, USA
Justin Jefferson is an American wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings who quickly became one of the NFL’s most productive young stars. Known for separation and ball skills, he has set pace-setting receiving marks early in his career.
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